articleThe Brief Big Offseason Moves: The Houston Rockets have made key changes, including a major trade for Kevin Durant and resigning Fred VanVleet with a 2-year, $50 million contract. Veteran Leadership: Fred VanVleet's experience as a former NBA champion provides crucial leadership, especially as the Rockets aim for a successful playoff run. In a decisive step, the Rockets have resigned their starting point guard and team captain, Fred VanVleet, to a 2-year, $50 million contract. This decision follows Houston's choice to decline his $44.9 million team option just a day prior. Looking AheadWith VanVleet's leadership and Durant's scoring ability, the Rockets are set to be strong contenders in the upcoming season.